Margaret Moore

For West Lake Hills City Council, Place 2

Margaret Moore

Experience That Counts

Margaret Moore is a Waco native who has called West Lake Hills home since 1984. With over 50 years of legal and public service experience, Margaret offers a unique combination of administrative knowledge and a deep commitment to the safety and character of our community.

A graduate of the University of Texas at Austin with a B.B.A. in Accounting and a Doctor of Jurisprudence, Margaret’s career has been defined by fiscal responsibility and public safety. She has served our region as the Travis County District Attorney, Travis County Attorney, and twice as a Travis County Commissioner.

As Travis County Attorney, she strengthened DWI enforcement and collaborated with the Tax Assessor/Collector to improve the tax collection system for the County. As County Commissioner she made substantial contributions to expanding emergency services and to complete the acquisition of Travis County acreage for the Balcones Canyonlands Conservation Plan. As Assistant Attorney General in the Civil Medicaid Fraud Division, she was lead counsel in cracking down on pharmaceutical fraud, leading to a $180-million judgment in the State's favor. As District Attorney, she reintroduced a focus on prosecutions and victim's rights, returning the focus to matters the office was intended to serve.

Margaret and her husband, Robert Oliver, are the proud parents of three and grandparents of eight. Her local involvement includes years of service with the Travis County Child Welfare Board and the Seton League House.

A Proven Record of Results

Public Safety

Served as Travis County District Attorney, focused on prosecutorial professionalism and victim's rights.

Fiscal Responsibility

Won a $180-million judgment as lead counsel in Medicaid fraud litigation, protecting taxpayer interests against fraud and abuse.

Local Governance

Twice appointed as Travis County Commissioner (Precinct 3), overseeing critical infrastructure and emergency services.

Conservation

Active leader in revitalizing the Balcones Canyonlands Conservation Plan and former board member of the Hill Country Conservancy.

What Neighbors Are Saying

"Margaret’s commitment to community runs deep, as shown by her more than three decades of public service. Her knowledge of how local government works—and just as importantly how it should not—will be a great benefit as we navigate future challenges. I am thrilled she is running for a seat on our City Council, she has my full support."

Linda Anthony
Former Mayor, West Lake Hills

"The City cannot solve many of our fundamental challenges alone—among them water, wastewater, fire preparation, and cut-through traffic. Margaret’s deep relationships with the City of Austin and Travis County, combined with her unmatched legal expertise, are invaluable."

James Vaughan
Mayor, West Lake Hills

"Margaret is thoughtful, deliberate, and decisive and over a lifetime of public service has demonstrated impeccable integrity. West Lake Hills would be fortunate to have such a proven problem solver on the City Council."

Jane Noble
Former Member of City Council, West Lake Hills

"I have seen Margaret's dedication to Travis County firsthand. Her commitment to fiscal responsibility and public safety makes her the ideal candidate for City Council."

Pam Reed
Former Travis County Commissioner

Early Supporters

Mieko Akutsu
Karen Bartoletti
Gordon Bowman
Earl Broussard
Jenny Brodbelt
Scott Barrett & Mark Lacy
Sami Cassis and Lorraine Thirion
Dave Claunch
Lynne Dobson & Greg Wooldridge
Gregory Durham & Bob Gutermuth
Robbie & Paul Davis
Jeffrey Dochen
Davin Fillpot
Chris Gunter
Nancy & Harry Keirns
Cindy & John Hanly
Dana Harmon
Kara Kockelman
Tom Keller
Adrian Killam
Ethel & Mel Kunze
Karen & Jon Loehman
Katherine Loyaza
Beverly & Jon Luce
Martha & Scott Marshall
Pati & Bruce McCandless
Jane & Jerry Noble
Catherine & Jim O’Connor
Gill & Ted Pearsall
Coralie & Jim Pledger
Brian Plunkett
Jay Propes
Katy Rees and David Carr
Sara Rider
Jeanette Scott
Kelli & Wayne Stickle
Connie Shelton
Beth South
Claudia & Bernie Tejadas
Rich Tlapek
Dwight Thompson
Don Sembera
Richard Thorman
Lyn Weingarten

I'd be honored to add you to my endorsement list, please email me at margaret@margaret4wlh.com. Thank you for the support.

Plan Your Vote

Early Voting

April 20 – April 28, 2026

Election Day

Saturday, May 2, 2026

Voting Location

Randalls Flagship West Lake Hills
3300 Bee Caves Rd
Austin, TX 78746

The Moore Family

Margaret and her husband, Robert Oliver, raised their three children here. As a grandmother of eight, she is committed to ensuring West Lake Hills remains a vibrant community for the next generation.